Hammond, IN vs Poughkeepsie, NY
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hammond
76.8
#311 nationally
Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 111). Poughkeepsie leads in walk score (61 vs 52). Poughkeepsie leads in crime level (17.6 vs 20.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Poughkeepsie, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 76,193 | 31,772 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $53,875 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 61 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 17.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+5.4 |
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76.8 Score
Hammond, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$178,835
Population
76,193
Crime
High
Walk Score
52
Midwest
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Score
Poughkeepsie, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
31,772
Crime
High
Walk Score
61
Median Income
$53,875
Northeast
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